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Overview

User Rating:
6.6/10   9,129 votes
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Director:
Liz Friedlander
Writer (WGA):
Dianne Houston (written by)
Contact:
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Release Date:
7 April 2006 (USA) more
Genre:
Drama | Music more
Tagline:
Never Follow.
Plot:
The real story of a dance teacher who believed in the talent of a group of problem kids. full summary | full synopsis
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Awards:
1 win & 6 nominations more
User Comments:
Not what you've expected. more (123 total)
US TV Schedule:
Sat. Nov. 1412:00 PMTNT   

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Additional Details

MPAA:
Rated PG-13 for thematic material, language and some violence.
Runtime:
108 min
Country:
USA
Language:
English
Color:
Color
Aspect Ratio:
1.85 : 1 more
Sound Mix:
SDDS | DTS | Dolby Digital
Filming Locations:
Toronto, Ontario, Canada more

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Trivia:
Originally, 'Antonio Banderas' turned down the part of Pierre when he looked at the script and realized the whole film was about ballroom dancing. The producers begged him for a few minutes for them to explain the story. After hearing this, viewing a documentary on and meeting the real Pierre, Banderas signed on. more
Goofs:
Crew or equipment visible: When Pierre is talking to a student in his dance studio, a boom microphone can be seen in the window behind the two characters. more
Quotes:
Ramos: I'm so fly I can make anyone look good. more
Movie Connections:
Featured in Profile of Pierre Dulaine (2006) (V) more
Soundtrack:
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50 out of 63 people found the following comment useful.
Not what you've expected., 3 April 2006
7/10
Author: Hidden Voice

There are so many good films being released and so many formulaic films like these are released that it seems like we can do without a film like TAKE THE LEAD.But guess what,this ain't your average coming-of-age inspiring story.This is rather more fun and effective drama powered by fantastic dance sequences,with the aid of Benderas who leads the kids.

The entire film depends on Benderas' energy and wit.He fills the film with energy and wit and excites everyone in the film.I really enjoyed the superbly choreographed dance sequences as it brings about different cultures together and shows how much fun it could be.It's really enthralling.

A finely made entertaining film with a different treatment to an old formula.Surprise is on their side.

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